nextcloud / nextcloud/user_saml

Populate avatar from SAML attribute

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  • #520 by @Lumrenion — closed without merging
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PHP
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Description

It would be nice if we could populate / update a user's profile info by releasing extra attributes from the IdP to nextcloud.

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Research direction

The issue names no files or tests. Start by tracing where SAML IdP attributes enter user provisioning, then identify the avatar and profile update entry point; done means the requested IdP attribute populates or updates the Nextcloud user profile, with coverage for the resulting behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
php
Domain
authentication, backend
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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